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Risk Factors for Periodontal Disease Periodontal Disease Mountain View Many risk factors increase the likelihood of periodontal disease development, as well as the severity and speed at which it may occur. Among the most common are: heredity, smoking, diabetes, stress, medication, nutrition, poor oral hygiene, faulty dentistry, hormonal variations, immunocompromise, connective tissue diseases, and previous…

Just about half (50.5%) of Americans floss every day — and that also means half of all Americans are not flossing on a regular basis. This fact is pretty telling, and it is an accurate snapshot of dental and oral health in the U.S. People of all ages have untreated cavities and poor dental habits, and…

With the holidays coming up, many people are busy preparing for out of town visitors, deciding what to cook and how to fit everyone around the table. It’s easy to get caught up in the holiday craze, but that doesn’t mean people should forget to keep up with preventive dental habits. Especially with all of…

Did you know that over 15% of kids between the ages of six and 19 and over 20% of adults have untreated tooth decay in the U.S.? Tooth decay, also commonly known as cavities, is often caused by poor preventive dental habits, like neglecting to brush and floss teeth on a regular basis. Not only…

Despite the excellent dental services that exist in the United States, tooth decay and diseases remain a significant problem in our country. In fact, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in the U.S., and gum disease affects nearly 75% of all Americans. Preventive dental techniques can improve overall dental hygiene and lower the…

Most people know that taking good care of their teeth is important and practicing good habits will help you maintain a healthy smile. Over 60% of people in the United States between 18 and 64 years old went to the dentist for a checkup in 2012, and our country spends roughly $775 million on toothbrushes…

You depend on your teeth more than you realize, but are you really taking care of them like you should be? 74 percent The estimated percentage of Americans who have some form of gum disease. $775 million is the amount of money annually spent on toothbrushes. That’s right — toothbrushes. But would you believe it…

Your teeth are one of the most important parts of your body. There are many things you can live without, but teeth aren’t one of them. Without your pearly whites, you can’t grin, your speech is barely decipherable, and more importantly, chewing is impossible. For this reason, it is critical to follow dentist recommendations by…

If you have periodontal disease, you are certainly not alone. Almost three quarters of Americans have the same affliction, and many of them develop this problem early on in life. In fact, worldwide, tooth decay is one of the most common chronic problems among children and can lead to illness. Preventive dental care measures like…

Cosmetic dentistry has been a saving grace for people who suffer from periodontal disease, which often leads to tooth decay and tooth loss. For others who smoke, or drink excessive caffeine, stained or discolored teeth can prove to be just as embarrassing as a smile with missing teeth. For patients who do not experience improvement…